1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers Sewing Pattern (Download – Sizes 44″-52″) | Past Patterns 0008
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Download and sew authentic 1800s small-fall straight trousers with this meticulously researched historical sewing pattern (Pattern 0008, formerly Past Patterns 008). Featuring a small-fall closure, frog pockets, and a period-correct waistband fit, this pattern is perfect for reenactors, museum costumers, and historical sewing enthusiasts. Available in waist sizes 44″-52″ (Download Version).
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1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers Sewing Pattern (Download – Sizes 44″-52″) | Past Patterns 0008
$9.50
Download and sew authentic 1800s small-fall straight trousers with this meticulously researched historical sewing pattern (Pattern 0008, formerly Past Patterns 008). Featuring a small-fall closure, frog pockets, and a period-correct waistband fit, this pattern is perfect for reenactors, museum costumers, and historical sewing enthusiasts. Available in waist sizes 44″-52″ (Download Version).
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Why Choose This Pattern?
Authentic 1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers with Frog Pockets
Create authentic 1820s-1840s men’s trousers with this meticulously researched 1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers Sewing Pattern (Pattern 0008, formerly Past Patterns 008) – Download Version. Designed based on extant garments and historical artwork, these trousers capture the authentic construction of early 19th-century men’s attire. This historical sewing pattern features the characteristic small-fall closure, frog pockets, and a period-correct waistband fit, making it ideal for historical reenactors, museum costumers, and dedicated sewists seeking historical accuracy.
Features of the 1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers Sewing Pattern:
✔ Time-Period Accurate Design – These trousers reflect styles commonly worn between 1820 and 1845, appearing in artwork by William Sydney Mount, Francis W. Edmonds, and Charles Deas.
✔ Small-Fall Front Closure – A defining feature of early 19th-century trousers, historically secured with suspender buttons.
✔ Frog Pockets – A rare detail seen in surviving museum examples, adding authenticity.
✔ Multiple Fabric Options – Suitable for wool broadcloth, linen, cotton sateen, cassimere, and other period-appropriate choices.
✔ Waist Sizes Available: 44"-52" – This pattern accommodates a range of waist sizes with period-accurate fit adjustments. ✔ Instant Download – No Waiting! – Start sewing immediately with this high-quality, printable PDF pattern. ✔ Multiple Format Options:
- 36-inch wide version of the pattern
- A0 format for large-scale printing
- A4 set of the pattern and instructions
- 8.5"x11" set of the pattern and instructions
Historical Context of 1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers:
These trousers were a staple in men’s fashion from the early 19th century until the 1840s, with continued use in workwear and military uniforms through the Civil War era. Often paired with tailcoats, frock coats, and waistcoats for formal occasions, they were also worn by laborers and tradesmen in linen or jean cloth for everyday wear.
In the 1830s and 1840s, the small-fall front closure was gradually replaced by the fly-front fastening, but small-fall trousers remained popular in some regions and professions. Many working-class men and rural farmers continued to wear this style due to its durability and comfort.
For further research on historical menswear, visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute (MetMuseum) and The Victoria & Albert Museum’s Costume Collection (V&A Museum) for more insights into 19th-century fashion.
What You Get with the 1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers Sewing Pattern (Download Version):
📌 Instant download in multiple formats: 36-inch wide, A0, A4, and 8.5"x11"
📌 Historical background and fabric recommendations
📌 Period-authentic sewing instructions based on original tailor’s manuals
📌 Tips on fabric choices, tailoring techniques, and pattern adjustments to ensure an authentic period look.
📌 Bonus Section: Suggestions on how to modify the pattern for variations in leg width and length to match different historical styles.
Related Listings for the 1800s Small-Fall Straight Trousers Sewing Pattern:
🔗 Printed Version (Sizes 28"-42" & 44"-52")
🔗 Download Version (Sizes 28"-42")
📥 If you're looking for the printed version, see our linked listing above.
Why Choose Past Patterns for Historical Sewing?
✅ Over 40 Years of Historical Accuracy – Our patterns are drafted from original garments and museum collections.
✅ Thorough Research & Documentation – Each pattern includes references to historical sources and tailoring guides.
✅ Designed for Serious Reenactors & Costumers – Perfect for period film productions, museums, and dedicated historical sewists.
✅ Recommended by Professional Costumers – Used by historical reenactment groups, professional tailors, and museum conservators.
✅ Authenticity Guaranteed – No modern shortcuts—this pattern is based on meticulous historical research.
✅ Expanded Guidance for Accuracy – Additional insights on button placement, fabric selection, and hand-finishing techniques to match extant historical examples.
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Where can I see the appropriate clothing fabrics for the 18th and 19th centuries?
You can see 1740 through 1940 fabrics in a book titled "Textile Designs" by Susan Meller and Joost Elffers. The subtitle states, "Two Hundred Years of European and American Patterns for Printed Fabric by Motif, Style, Color, Layout and Period and 1,823 Illustration in Color." What they don't say is that 90% of the swatches pictured are life size. The ISBN is 0-8109-3853-7. A second book is Wearable Prints, 1740-1860, History, Materials, and Mechanics by Susan W. Greene. The ISBN is 978-1-60635-124-6. Great books! Order it from your local library that has interlibrary loan capability if you cannot afford the price. There are now many sources for appropriate fabric through the Internet.
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